Baldur’s Gate 3 – Minthara Unmasked: Recruitment, Abilities, Quests, and the Art of Romancing

Discover the enigmatic character of Minthara in Baldur’s Gate 3. While many players may choose not to recruit her due to her cruel nature, Minthara can become a valuable ally for those who embrace the darker path. As a Drow Paladin, she possesses exceptional melee skills and the ability to heal, making her a formidable tank while also keeping the party alive.

If you’re considering adding Minthara to your party, it’s essential to consider the complementary classes for your group. Our BG3 classes guide can help you make strategic decisions. Minthara herself is a Lolth-Sworn Drow, which sets her apart as a more sinister counterpart to her Seldarine brethren. If you’re unfamiliar with these terms, our guide on the various races and subraces in Baldur’s Gate 3 can provide you with the necessary background information. Armed with this knowledge, you can now delve into what Minthara brings to your BG3 party.

Recruiting Minthara

To recruit Minthara, head to the Goblin Camp in Act 1 and gain access to the Shattered Sanctum. You’ll encounter Minthara there, planning an attack on the Druid Grove. Inform her of the location, betray the Druids and Tieflings, and earn her trust. After devastating the Emerald Grove, you’ll have the option to recruit Minthara during your next long rest.

Keep in mind that freeing Halsin in the Warg Pens of Druid Grove will turn everyone in the area hostile, including Minthara. Recruiting Minthara means Wyll and Karlach will refuse to join your party, and you won’t be able to recruit Halsin. Be prepared to make your choice.

Abilities, starting equipment, and skills

Minthara boasts impressive stats, particularly in strength and charisma, making her resistant to impairment spells and an adept spellcaster herself.

• Strength: 17
• Dexterity: 12
• Constitution: 13
• Intelligence: 8
• Wisdom: 10
• Charisma: 15

Minthara begins her journey with proficiency in the following Baldur’s Gate 3 skills: Athletics, History, Perception, Intimidation, and Persuasion.

• Boots of Striding
• Ring Mail Armor
• Simple Boots
• Studded Shield
• Xyanyde (Simple melee weapon)

Guide: Completing Minthara’s Companion Quest

If you’re looking to have Minthara join your party in Baldur’s Gate 3, be prepared for an engaging questline. From the assault on Druid Grove to the rescue in Moonrise Tower, the journey to recruit Minthara is an adventure in itself.

Guide: Gaining Minthara’s Approval

It’s no secret that Minthara is aligned with the Absolute and doesn’t shy away from ruthless tactics. To gain her approval, prioritize actions that favor the Absolute’s cause, such as supporting their strategies or eliminating enemies who oppose them.

Guide: Romancing Minthara

To initiate a romance with Minthara, you’ll need to make some morally questionable choices. By siding with her and slaughtering the Tieflings and Druids in Druid Grove, you unlock the possibility of a romantic encounter.

Once back at your camp, have a conversation with Minthara and express your devotion to her. She will agree to meet you later in the evening. When the time comes, select Minthara as your companion for the night and a romance scene will unfold. Beware, as you might find yourself in a dangerous situation where you need to persuade or convince Minthara not to attack you with her dagger.

Guide: Building the Best Minthara

If you want to optimize Minthara’s abilities as a paladin, consider following our recommended skill progression:

Level 2

• Defence
• Level 3: Durable
• Level 8: Tough
• Level 12: Shield Master

If you’re looking to embark on the Dark Urge origin in Baldur’s Gate 3, Minthara is a fantastic companion option during character creation. However, if you’re not interested in that path, it’s essential to proceed cautiously when considering adding this formidable Drow to your team. Before making your decision, we recommend checking out our comprehensive guide on Baldur’s Gate 3’s Halsin character to see if he might be a better fit for you. Additionally, take a look at our BG3 Wyll guide, as he strongly opposes the heinous acts that Minthara intends to commit. If these guides haven’t deterred you from pursuing Minthara, it would be wise to stay alert and cautious at all times.